Governments Crack Down on Free Press, Copying the Kremlin
Podcast:WSJ What’s News Published On: Fri May 03 2024 Description: A.M. Edition for May 3. Governments around the globe have been making it harder for the media to provide reliable and independent news—including in Russia, where WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich has been detained for more than a year. Plus, the U.S. reshuffles military assets in the Middle East after getting pushback from a Gulf partner wary of getting in the crosshairs of regional tensions. And, WSJ’s Jared Malsin explains why talks for a Gaza cease-fire are at a critical point. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices